A New Era in Pakistan–Syria Relations After Assad

Pakistan–Syria ties span decades of military, cultural, and diplomatic engagement. In the post-Assad era, Islamabad sees new opportunities for cooperation in trade, security, and heritage.
Germany Reopens Embassy in Syria After More Than a Decade
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Germany reopens its embassy in Syria after 12 years, pledging aid while urging stability and accountability from new leaders.
EU Pledges €5.8 Billion in Aid to Syria in Post-al-Assad Donor Drive
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EU hosts donor drive for Syria, pledging €5.8B in aid to support recovery and a peaceful transition post-Assad.
Kurdish-Led SDF Agrees to Integrate With Syrian Government Forces
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Syrian and Kurdish-led forces reach a deal to integrate northeastern Syria under state control, ensuring Kurdish rights and a ceasefire.
Egypt’s Sisi Meets Syria’s Sharaa in Cairo During Summit
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Sisi meets Syria’s Sharaa in Cairo during summit, discussing Syria’s future, regional ties, and Egypt’s stance on Syrian unity.
Syria Interim Leader Eyes Russian Base Deal Revisions
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Russia negotiates its military presence in Syria as the new leadership seeks better terms for Russian base after Assad’s fall.
Fourteen Years of War Erase Decades of Progress in Syria, UNDP Report Reveals

The war in Syria has erased decades of progress, with $800B in losses, extreme poverty, and a dire humanitarian crisis.
Syria’s Interim President Ahmed al-Sharaa Visits Saudi Arabia
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Syria’s interim president Ahmed al-Sharaa visits Saudi Arabia, seeking Gulf support for reconstruction and stability.
Foreign Ministers of Iran and Pakistan Hold Consultations on the Sidelines of the D8 Summit in Cairo
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Iran and Pakistan’s Foreign Ministers discuss regional issues, Israeli aggression, and D8 summit outcomes in Cairo.
Pakistan Reaffirms Commitment to Dialogue With Afghanistan
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Pakistan desires dialogue with Afghanistan to resolve issues, including TTP sanctuaries and regional security concerns.